Dylan O'Brien's Warning: Stop Leaking 'Twinless' Spoilers Now!
SHOCKING LEAKS AND COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT ROCK THE FILM WORLD: DYLAN O'BRIEN SPEAKS OUT
In a shocking turn of events, the upcoming film Twinless has been at the center of a heated controversy, with leaked footage including a steamy sex scene causing quite the stir. The drama-filled saga has left co-stars Dylan O'Brien and James Sweeney reeling, but they're speaking out against the piracy and sending a clear message to those responsible.
Twinless, which is set to hit theaters in less than 24 hours, tells the poignant story of two men who form an unlikely friendship after both losing their twin brothers. The film has received widespread acclaim, including winning the Audience Award: U.S. Dramatic at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. However, the joy was short-lived as the film became embroiled in a scandalous leaking incident.
Dylan O'Brien, 34, and James Sweeney, 35, took to the red carpet at the film's premiere to address the controversy. When asked about the leaked footage, O'Brien candidly shared his thoughts on the matter: 'That sucked. I don’t know, it’s nice to finally have the movie out in the world — but stop doing that, it affects us.'
Sweeney, who not only stars in the film but also wrote and directed it, echoed similar sentiments, stating: 'The entitlement that people have to put things on the internet when they’re not released and not ready for consumption — that’s not how I wanted the film to be introduced.' The director added that the piracy was 'demoralizing and uncomfortable,' leaving him feeling 'uncomfortable' with the way his art was being shared.
It's no secret that Sweeney, who is also a writer-director, has been vocal about the issue. In an exclusive interview with Pride Source last month, he expressed his disappointment at how the leak affected the film's online presence. He joked: 'I think [Dylan] got more respect out of the situation than I did. [Laughs.] I wasn't even getting named half the time.'
O'Brien, who won the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Acting at Sundance, chimed in on the matter, revealing that he had been sensitive to Sweeney's feelings about the leak: 'On behalf of James, I think he shared a lot of feelings with me about it that I was sensitive to. I'm not really online, but it obviously saddens me.' He continued: 'There were so many people too who were like, “Oh, I wanted to see your movie at Sundance, but they pulled it off.”'
Sweeney added that the leak had a silver lining – raising awareness about their project. He mused: 'It creates a liminal awareness,' implying that the scandal had inadvertently brought attention to Twinless.
The controversy has left many in the film industry buzzing, with some expressing concern over the impact of piracy on filmmakers and audiences alike. The Sundance Film Festival, which made headlines for removing Twinless from their online platform due to copyright infringement, released a statement condemning the leak: 'We take copyright infringement extremely seriously and intend to fully cooperate with local, state, and federal law enforcement on all piracy-related issues.'
With Twinless set to hit theaters in just 24 hours, it remains to be seen how the film's release will be affected by the scandal. One thing is certain – O'Brien and Sweeney are determined to spread their message about respecting filmmakers' work.
Twinless: The Film at the Center of the Storm
Twinless has been making waves in the film world since its premiere at Sundance, where it won the Audience Award: U.S. Dramatic. The drama-comedy tells the poignant story of two men who form an unlikely friendship after both losing their twin brothers.
The film's star-studded cast includes Dylan O'Brien and James Sweeney, who also co-wrote and directed the movie. With its heartwarming narrative and stunning performances, Twinless is a must-watch for anyone looking for a cinematic experience that will leave them feeling moved.
As the controversy surrounding the leak continues to unfold, one thing is clear – Twinless has captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike. Will the scandal have an impact on the film's release? Only time will tell.
Twinless: A Film Worth Waiting For
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience Twinless for yourself! The film hits theaters in just 24 hours, and it's clear that it's a movie worth waiting for. With its poignant narrative, stunning performances, and thought-provoking themes, Twinless is sure to leave you feeling moved.
So mark your calendars for September 5th and get ready to experience the cinematic masterpiece that is Twinless. And remember – respect filmmakers' work by waiting until the film's official release date before watching it online!
Sources:
Sundance Film Festival statement The Hollywood Reporter Pride Source